Participate in scheduling and performing cultural practices on all playing surfaces.

Be highly involved in the record keeping and data collection on the property, which includes, fertilizer and chemical applications, mowing schedules and heights of cut, disease/pest activity, weather conditions, cultural practices, ball roll distance, and many other course condition indicators.

Assist with all aspects of the irrigation program, including hand watering, operation of the central control system, troubleshooting and repairs, heads adjustment and coverage audits and providing feedback on evening water requirements.

Responsible for carrying out a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks relating to course projects, including the safe operation of heavy equipment.

Carry out any assigned tasks to a high standard and in a timely and efficient manner, while ensuring the safe use of equipment and materials.

Act as an ambassador of the course and grounds department within the club and as a representative of the club at professional outings.

Be available as much as possible for weekend shifts, split shifts and shifts during our major aeration and topdressing (April and September if this fits the internship period).

Contribute a written article to club newsletter.

Other Requirements

In addition to the above, intern candidates are asked to submit detailed learning objectives prior to their start date and will be given the appropriate time to complete these objectives with our skilled technical staff.

Interns will need reliable transportation due to the different shift requirements and start times involved with an internship. There is no reliable public transit to and from the club during certain hours.

Interns will have the opportunity to attend industry events including a chapter meeting and golf, as well as a green committee meeting.

Compensation: $18/hour

Hours of Work: 40-50 hours/week

Housing: Interns provides own housing, but Capilano will aid in locating suitable housing. Golfing privileges are also included.

Contact

Michael Newton,

AAGS, Assistant Superintendent,

420 Southborough Drive,

West Vancouver, B.C.,

Canada

V7S 1M2

Phone: (604) 913-6335

Email: michaeln@capilanogolf.com

Priority will be given to applicants who submit their resume and/or portfolio via email by January 15.

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